Islamic worldview and the green economy: a philosophical nexus for sustainability and equity

Purpose This paper aims to explore the relationship between the Islamic worldview and the concept of the green economy, with an emphasis on fundamental elements such as tawḥīd (the oneness of God), human responsibility as khalifah (stewards of the earth) and Islamic values that support environmental sustainability and social welfare. Design/methodology/approach This study uses a qualitative approach with a literature review, analyzing theoretical sources and literature, validated through classical primary so3urces and credible contemporary studies. Findings The study finds that the Islamic worldview provides a strong philosophical and ethical framework to support the green economy, with key principles such as ḥifẓ al-bi’ah (environmental preservation), i’mār al-arḍ (prospering the earth) and the prohibition of isrāf (wastefulness). Public policies, sustainable business practices and Islamic philanthropic instruments such as Zakat and Waqf can implement these values to support environmental sustainability and social welfare. Research limitations/implications This qualitative study relies on a literature review and does not use empirical data, requiring further validation through field studies or quantitative research. Practical implications The research highlights the need to integrate Islamic values into green economic policies, enriching sustainability theory with moral and spiritual aspects. It suggests that policymakers and business practitioners adopt these principles to promote environmental sustainability and social welfare. Originality/value This research makes a novel contribution by integrating Islamic philosophical and ethical values into the green economy discourse, which has yet to be explored in-depth in academic literature